Attendance & Absences

Papamoa College —

Students are expected to attend school every weekday throughout the term, from 8.40am to 3.10pm. Student attendance will be recorded throughout the school day. Any absence or lateness to class will be recorded.

If your child is going to be absent or late to school, parent/caregivers need to phone Reception as soon as possible on 542 0676 and press 1 to explain the reason. If the absence is not phoned through then the parent/caregiver will receive a text or phone call from Reception to check the absence.

Known future absences from school for any medical or family reason must be advised by parents/caregivers in advance whenever possible.

Appointments during the school day:
If students have an appointment during the day, which means having to leave school, a written note must be authorised by Student Services and then shown to a learning commons teacher/admin teacher.